2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · CU57 AOT

The 2007 Vauxhall Astra is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 13 January 2023 at 67,351 miles, indicating a stable maintenance trend despite occasional earlier failures. The latest pass confirms that previously flagged defects have not escalated, and the vehicle shows no evidence of recent deterioration. At 67,351 miles the vehicle averages roughly 3,500 miles per year, a low figure for a 19‑year‑old car, suggesting periods of limited use. Mileage rose from 57,909 miles in October 2016 to 61,399 miles by December 2018 (about 3,500 miles in two years), then to 64,930 miles by December 2020 (another 3,500 miles), before climbing more slowly to 67,351 miles by January 2023, indicating a gradual accumulation rather than rapid wear. A buyer should prioritize the condition of the trailing arm suspension bushes, which were noted as excessively worn in the 2021‑12‑22 failure and have not been revisited since, and verify that the rear service brake is not binding, as the offside rear brake was recorded as binding in 2020. The repeated pitting and wear of the brake discs, the persistent oil leak (8.4.1), and the perishing near‑side rear tyre also merit close examination, along with the functionality of the parking brake, registration plate, fuel cap seal and all exterior lamps. If these items are found to be in good order during an in‑person inspection, the vehicle can be considered a reliable used‑car candidate; however, any unresolved suspension or brake defects should be addressed before purchase.